hearing problems and balance

[labrini]

Does loss of hearing cause loss of physical balance?

[canada110]

i would think so...buddies dad has that..go see an ent about it or your gp

[ox9]

Your loss of balance could be caused by Menierre's disease which is a combination of ear related issues. Symptoms might include hearing loss, balance issues, vertigo, and tinnitus. Be sure to visit and ENT and have it checked out.
For more information check out http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M%C3%A9ni%C3%A8re's_disease
Oh, and be careful driving!

[Sullenmoon]

Hearing loss does NOT affect physical balance.  I was born totally deaf myself, and have never had any problems learning how to walk, run, or balance items.  I've grown up with hundreds of others, and they've never had that problem.  If you do, it's usually associated with what ox9 said.  Hearing loss ALONE doesn't do the balance in - a combination of that with more symptoms does.

[Mae543]

You bet it does.  I wa diagnosed with idiopatic sensoriureal (sudden hearing loss) and I have been scheduled for intense physical therapy.  The hearing in my left ear disappeared 100% overnight without warning.  I was so dizzy I was nauseated.  My balance was thrown off to the point where I had to hold on to the walls to walk.  It has been 3 weeks now and I am getting better but I have to take valium 3 times a day.  I am hoping the physical therapy will help so I can quit the valium asap.  Good luck